It is undeniable at this point. Bali’s food scene is world-class. Home to some of the best restaurants in the region and around the world, Bali’s fine dining scene, as well as traditional food culture, is quickly becoming one of the top reasons why tourists visit the island.  Indonesia is celebrating not one but two …

Just as it seems that everything is getting more expensive, some things in Bali are about to stay the same for just a little while longer. With energy prices rising, along with the cost of living and the cost of travel in light of the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, every little helps when …

Indonesia’s TransNusa Airlines is set to launch a new flight service that will connect Indonesia and Singapore. The airline is also set to increase its flight frequencies from Bali, Singapore, Jakarta, and Yogjakarta, improving connectivity both internationally and domestically.  It has been confirmed that TransNusa Airlines will expand its service network starting mid-April 2026 by …

In light of the conflict in the Middle East and the impact on energy prices, Idnoenisa has ordered its civil servants to work from home. With the policy now taking effect after the Eid al-Fitr public holidays, Bali Immigration has confirmed that the situation will not affect tourists.  Speaking to the media, Bali’s Ngurah Rai …

The Bali Tourism Tax Levy has been in effect for three years now, yet ask the average tourist about the policy, and they’ll stare at you blankly. Even if they did know what the policy was, could any of us point to what the funds have been spent on? The Governor of Bali, Wayan Koster, …

As Bali welcomes an increasing number of tourists every year, the island’s infrastructure is in desperate need of levelling up. Traffic is one of the most widespread issues in the province, impacting both local people, tourists, and the environment. However, there is no overnight solution, and the island requires serious investment and strategic planning to …

Ubud has long been Bali’s arts and culture capital, but it is its culinary scene that is calling tourists back time and time again in 2026. From Balinese classic dishes to Indonesian national treasures served up on a plate, through the innovative fusion menus, Ubud’s eateries can set the scene for a whole vacation in …

How many times have we written this now?! We’ve lost count, but…the Suwung TPA is about to close. For real this time. No going back. Done. Bali’s largest open landfill site, the Suwung TPA, has been slated to close for more than five years, but with the date being pushed back, locals, leaders, and frequent …

Both the Indonesian Minister for Tourism, Widiyanti Wardhana, and the Deputy Tourism Minister, Ni Luh Puspa, have visited Bali this week and stopped by some of the island’s most popular attractions. Ni Luh Puspa headed to the central highlands and visited Bali Botanical Gardens in Bedugul. Minister Wardhana set off for Gianyar Regency and visited …

Tourism entry fees to destinations like Kintamani and Nusa Penida have been a hot topic of conversation in Bali this week. This is because these kinds of entry fees come on top of existing tourism taxes and fees that visitors are expected to pay to have access to Bali’s most idyllic regions. There are, however, …

Bali’s tourism fees have sparked debate across the island this week. While Bali is one of the more affordable destinations in Asia, the increasing number of fees, levies, and taxes has begun to frustrate some tourists and raise concerns among local leaders. Here at The Bali Sun, we’ve been keeping an eye on the conversation, …

Tourists traveling to Bali for the first time always have the same few concerns. Is the island safe? Is it really that affordable? And do the attractions look as good in real life as they appear on social media? The answer to all three of these questions is an emphatic yes! Here at The Bali …